20 cupboard and storage ideas you'll love for your own home

Cupboards are such a valuable part of our homes, creating useful storage spaces where we can keep clothes, linen, towels, books, equipment and other items stored neatly away.

As many of us know, it can be quite tough to keep our cupboards looking neat and tidy. Every so often we need to give them a spring clean and rearrange the contents so that it doesn't get out of hand. But we all know how tedious this can be!

When it comes to our dressing area, this can be even more so. As we try on clothes, discard outfits and shop for new items, we can end up with quite a mess. Yet dressing should be easy, simple and exciting, getting you ready to start your day!

This is why today at homify, we are giving you 20 cupboard ideas that you will love for your own home. These are tips taken from top professionals in the industry, so that you can organise your home like a pro!

2. Create the illusion of space

Mirrors are a functional part of any good cupboard area or dressing space, allowing you to see that fabulous outfit from all angles, but they have another use too!

Mirrors can give also give a small area the illusion of space and in your dressing area, can make it seem that much bigger. Even if you live in the smallest apartment, you'll feel like you have a modern Hollywood dressing room.

5. Make the most of those wasted spaces

If space is a factor, utilise those corners in the home that often get overlooked such as the space under the stairs. By working with the specifications of this area, you can end up with a very savvy and trendy cupboard area!

7. Fresh air

If possible, install some skylights or windows in your dressing room, ensuring that this space is constantly filled with light and fresh air. Clothes and shoes can sometimes attract some nasty odours, so ventilation and a bit of sunshine is always a plus!

8. Add some colour and personality

Put some comfortable seats in your dressing area, where you can sit down and put your shoes on. Use this furniture to add a bit of vibrancy, colour and personality to the space like Camila Chalon Architects have done here.

14. Add some artwork

Artwork can really bring some charm and personality to a room, but we may not consider adding it to the dressing room. However, it can set the tone and make the area feel that much more homely and chic.

15. Hidden behind a door

In this design, we come across a Scandinavian design where the dressing room sits behind a sliding door. The door can be pulled shut to make for a much neater bedroom or appearance, or opened up for easy access to the dressing area and cupboards.

17. Go all out

If you're a fan of the dressing room that Big builds for Carrie in Sex and the City, then this is the kind of style for you. Don't hold back on ostentatious finishes, opulent furniture and plenty of mirrors.

Don't forget the space for the shoes!

18. Merge into your existing spaces

You don't have to have a whole separate area for your cupboard space or dressing room. Merge it into an existing room subtly. All you need to ensure is that this area remains neat and tidy so it doesn't overwhelm the space.